Teacher of Social Sciences ESO / MYP (Maternity Cover)

About the role

La Miranda, the Global Quality School, is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Teacher of Social Sciences to join its team from early November on a temporary basis covering maternity leave. The teacher will cover the Social Sciences curriculum in English across ESO and MYP, working with secondary students in a progressive, inquiry-based learning environment.

Key responsibilities

• Teach Social Sciences to secondary students across ESO and MYP, delivering the curriculum in English and adapting teaching to different student needs.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that encourage critical thinking, inquiry and independent learning.
• Develop and use teaching resources, activities and assessment strategies, and assess and monitor students' progress with constructive feedback.
• Support students in developing analytical, research and communication skills and contribute to an inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Social Sciences and wider teaching team, take part in departmental planning and school activities, and possibly act as a Tutor.

Required profile

• University degree in Social Sciences, Humanities, History, Geography or a related subject.
• Appropriate teaching qualification for secondary education.
• Previous experience teaching Social Sciences at secondary level.
• Confident ability to teach the Social Sciences curriculum in English.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills, and a collaborative, flexible, student-centred approach.
• Previous experience as a Tutor/Form Tutor is an advantage.
• Availability to start in early November.

Required skills

• Experience with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) is highly desirable, especially in Individuals and Societies.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, student-centred lessons.